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omentum

/əʊˈmɛntəm/

/oʊˈmɛntəm/

Translations

omentumnoun

omenta

/əʊˈmɛntəm/

/oʊˈmɛntəm/

The surgeon carefully examined the omentum during the operation.

Хирург тщательно осмотрел сальник во время операции.

Synonyms

fat apron

peritoneal fold

greater omentum

lesser omentum

omentum majus

omentum minus

omentumnoun

A fold of peritoneum connecting the stomach with other abdominal organs.

The surgeon carefully examined the omentum during the procedure to ensure there were no signs of disease.

A layer of fat that covers and supports the intestines and organs in the lower abdomen.

The omentum plays a crucial role in protecting the abdominal organs and storing fat.